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Travel the world through a tea cup at the Roswell Tea House Page 8 Going GREEN with your beauty routine! Page 26 FAB FIVE Phenomenal women who give back to the community Page 6 The Interview Local Food Stop Bringing Georgia’s organic farms to your table Pages 20-21 Georgia Getaways Summer destinations close to home Pages 22-25 APRIL 2011
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Transcript of Northside Woman April 2011
Travel the world through a tea cup at the Roswell Tea HousePage 8
Going GREENwith your beauty routine!
Page 26
FAB FIVE Phenomenal women who give back to the communityPage 6
The Interview Local Food Stop
Bringing Georgia’s organic farms to your tablePages 20-21
GeorgiaGetawaysSummer destinations close to homePages 22-25
APRIL 2011
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DEVON MORGAN/pHOTOSYNTHESIS STUDIO
Devon Morgan opened photoSynthesis Studio in 2004 after graduating with a degree in photojournalism from the University of Georgia. To compliment the documentary style she learned in school, Morgan studied with several local photographers to master the subtle nuances of fine art portraiture, giving her clients a cohesive blend of natural emotion and beautiful lighting. She lives in peachtree Corners with her St. Bernard, Stella. See her work at www.photoSynthesisAtlanta.com.
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publisher’snoteEver since I can remember, April has
been celebrated as Earth month, with an emphasis on the big and small things we can all do to protect our natural resources and benefit the planet. Growing up in the ‘70’s, the movement seemed to gather momentum, spurred primarily by the energy crisis. We’ve moved beyond that initial focus, for the most part, and now recycling and “being green” are just folded into our everyday lives.
In this month’s issue of Northside Woman, we’ve brought you simple actions to take to celebrate Earth Day every day. I’m amazed at the many small steps that have big impacts, and have already incorporated a few into my day. Bye-bye recycling containers filled with plastic water bottles – I’m trying to reuse and refill instead!
The “eating local” campaign has also
seen strong and growing support, energized by a desire to know where our food comes from, as well as to minimize transporting food across the globe. We’ll introduce you to a local program which makes eating locally grown foods easy and affordable, and you’ll meet the amazing women who run it.
With higher gas prices, we're all looking for vacation spots closer to home. Luckily, Georgia has a wide variety of scenic destinations, from the mountains to the coast, and we explore a few in this issue.
We also introduce you to Five phenomenal Women whose acts of service and volunteerism have made a real difference in the Northside community. Their stories are what Northside Woman is all about – celebrating the many wonderful women who call this area home.
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DEVON MORGAN/pHOTOSYNTHESIS STUDIO
phil and Mary Busman’s lovely family farm in Milton provided the perfect location for this month’s cover shoot featuring AnnMarie Laramee and her Local Food Stop CSA volunteers. The sheep were quiet onlookers, but the hens inside the barn squawked and fussed when the photographer posed her subjects a bit too close to their nests. Thankfully, phil Busman assured us that our photo shoot did not interfere with the morning’s egg production!
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A graduate of the University of Georgia and the Mercer University School of Medicine, Michael E. Lynch, Sr., trained in Wilmington, NC, in Obstetrics and Gynecology before serving in the Air Force as Chief of Woman’s Services at Robins AFB. He left to work at Spalding Regional Medical
Center for 12 years, spending time as Chief of Surgery, Chief of Obstetrics and Gynecology, and as a member of the Medical Executive Committee. Dr. Lynch and his wife, Cheryl, have two children in college, share a passion for animal rescue, and are active in their church and other community organizations.
MICHAEL E. LYNCH, MD, FACOG
Gregory T. Fountain is a native of Georgia. He attended high school in Warner Robins, Georgia, received a BS in Biology from the University of Georgia, completed his Medical Doctorate degree at the Medical College of Georgia, and completed his OB/GYN residency at New Hanover Regional Medical Center in
Wilmington, North Carolina. He has practiced Obstetrics and Gynecology in Gwinnett County since 1992 and is pleased to announce his affi liation with Emory Johns Creek Hospital.
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BY CANDY WAYLOCK
Five area women were honored at a special luncheon on March 9 as “phenomenal Women of 2011” by the North Fulton Express Network of the American Business Women’s Association. For the past six years, the organization has selected outstanding women who live and/or work in the North Fulton area to receive the honor.
“phenomenal Women are those who give back to their community everyday in large or small ways. Many times, they go unnoticed for all they do,” said Carol Grote, vice president of programs for NFEN.
Cindy Eade, environmental coordinator
Cindy Eade works for the city of Milton as a sustainability c o o r d i n a t o r , facilitating the e n v i r o n m e n t a l initiatives and education for the city and its residents.
Her commitment to environmental education runs deep. Eade has been working in the field of sustainability in the North Fulton area for 13 years, including as education director for Keep North Fulton Beautiful and in environmental positions with the city of Johns Creek. Eade also runs her own business, Evergreen Environmental Education and Consulting, LLC.
Eade recently completed the nine-month Leadership Johns Creek program, and now serves as a founding member of the Leadership JC Board of Directors. Eade’s team created and installed a community garden in Newtown park in Johns Creek.
Eade and her husband, Jonathan, have a son at Indiana University and a daughter at Duke.
“I really appreciate the recognition of being part of the phenomenal Women group and am so inspired by the work -- both volunteer and paid --
that women in North Fulton are doing,” said Eade. “This type of program really brings it to the forefront.”
Elizabeth Fogartie, middle school principal
The principal of Webb Bridge Middle School in Alpharetta, Elizabeth Fogartie has led the school since it opened in 1996.
Though she recently announced her retirement, she leaves behind a legacy of excellence that includes awards for Georgia School of Excellence, National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence and Distinguished Breakthrough School, among others.
Individually, Fogartie has also been the recipient of many personal honors, including Distinguished Middle Level Educator of the Year by the National Middle School Association, High performance principal by then Gov. Sonny perdue and leadership positions in honorary societies for women educators.
But her true legacy may be in the number of assistant principals whom she has mentored and whom have gone on to successful positions as principals at other schools. The group includes Bruce Fraser at Northwestern Middle, Dru Tomlin at Haynes Bridge Middle and Lisa Hastey, who was recently named principal at Ridgeview Middle.
Outside of the school building, Fogartie is involved in the music program of First presbyterian Church of Atlanta and is a charter member of the Rotary Club of Windward.
Terry Porter, environmental education coordinator
What began as a summer position years ago working with fish bioassays and the monitoring of major pollution incidents
has evolved into a career for Terry porter. She has spent more than three decades working with regulatory and governmental agencies, primarily with water and land programs, and is currently the environmental education coordinator for the city of Alpharetta.
“Growing up around the Chesapeake Bay infused me with a love of nature and a need to work to protect and preserve the wonderful world in which we live,” said porter.
In her position with Alpharetta, porter promotes awareness of environmental issues within the community, conducts environmental education, offers public participation opportunities and involves residents in community stewardship through volunteerism.
“Some of this work is accomplished in association with the Alpharetta Natural Resources Commission, which is a Keep Georgia Beautiful affiliate,” said porter. “Seeing the work accomplished as a result of community involvement is as rewarding as it is beneficial to our quality of life.”
Jennifer Smeth, marketing director
As a marketing director for Whole Foods Market/Harry’s Farmers Market, Jennifer Smeth wears many hats. But the aspect of her job that she is most passionate about is the work she does in the community, especially with area school children.
In the past two years, Smeth has worked with local elementary schools to provide health and wellness initiatives to more than 5,000 North Fulton students, faculty, staff and parents.
She has helped break ground on three school gardens in the area, promoting Georgia’s emerging “Farm to School” program, which encourages healthy eating habits. Smeth has also worked closely with Georgia Organics on organizing Farm to School workshops for parents and
educators. “It’s amazing to see the look of
excitement and wonder on a child’s face when they eat something that they have grown with their own two hands!” she said.
Smeth serves on Georgia Organics Farm to School task forces for other school districts and is also involved with the Atlanta Women’s Foundation.
Smeth lives in Marietta with her husband, Mike, their daughter, Elecia, and their three dogs. They will be welcoming another daughter, Isabella, to the family at the end of May.
Geri Suckow, community volunteer, fundraiser
While her “career” has been in the finance and software industry, Geri Suckow’s life has been a life of volunteering.
“I was raised to never forget where you came from and to always help others in need,” said the Chicago native.
She took those words to heart, devoting her time to fundraising and volunteering for local charities. Suckow is the co-chair of the Community Involvement Committee at DataScan Technologies.
“The CIC is responsible for identifying needs in the community and distributing funds to serve the mission of promoting education, nurturing children and families, providing for essential needs and preserving the environment,” said Suckow.
Over the years, Suckow has coordinated numerous community projects through CIC, including winter coat collections and back-to-school supply drives for North Fulton Community Charities, collecting for Toys for Tots, sponsoring scholarships for North Fulton YMCA summer programs and helping with Habitat for Humanity.
Suckow, and her husband, Howard, have two daughters.
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High Tea, Healthy Fare at The Roswell TeahouseBY KATIE VANBRACKLE
It’s an interesting menu to say the least. Where else can you choose between precious Eyebrows, Jasmine Dragon phoenix pearls, Monkey picked Oolong or Iron Goddess of Mercy? These are just a few of the 100 different teas from around the world served at the Roswell Teahouse on Magnolia Street in Historic Roswell.
“There are so many choices! It’s great fun to sip and sample,” says Alpharetta resident Traci pearson, who brought 11-year-old daughter Kaitlyn to experience the ritual of high tea.
The Jasmine Dragon phoenix pearls are a personal favorite of owner and chef Carine Bourgeois.
“The green tea is delicately hand-rolled inside individual jasmine leaves,” she explains, displaying the tin full of tiny green “pearls” which emit an exquisite aroma.
Bourgeois’ passion for tea began as a hobby during her young adult years, when she was still living in her native Belgium. While training to become a licensed skin care specialist, she took evening cooking classes at the Culinary Institute and spent free time researching teas. After moving to the U.S. and working in the cosmetics industry for several years, she decided
to fulfill her dream of opening her own teahouse. She purchased a run-down 1920s home in Historic Roswell. The renovations took some time, but the resulting yellow cottage with a white picket fence was charming.
The Roswell Teahouse opened in 2005 as a “wellness teahouse,” which combines Bourgeois’ love of healthy eating with lessons learned from the skin care industry.
“Our most popular entree is our Beauty Booster Salad, which is loaded with omega-3 oils, vitamins and antioxidants,” she said. “We serve no fried foods and use only olive, coconut or sesame oil for cooking.”
Butter is reserved for a few special treats, such as the decadent coconut cake filled with homemade tangy lemon curd.
Everything is made fresh from scratch each day, using mostly organics, some of which are supplied by Local Food Stop (this month’s cover story). The menu changes throughout the year, depending on what’s in season.
patron favorites include the House Chicken Salad with grapes, pecans and dried cranberries served on walnut cranberry bread and the Spinach Wrap panini filled with organic grilled chicken and goat cheese.
Heartier fare includes house
KATIE VANBRACKLEOwner and chef Carine Bourgeois shares her passion for tea and healthy eating with customers at The Roswell Teahouse.
specialties such as Citrus Georgia Mountain Trout and Vol-au-Vent, a Belgian-style chicken potpie made with mushrooms and petite turkey meatballs served in a hot puff pastry shell.
“It was my mother’s recipe,” says Bourgeois with a smile.
Vegetarian options are available, and gluten-free items are noted on the menu.
All menu items can be accompanied by your tea of choice, and loose tea blends can be purchased for home brewing. The number one seller is the Anti-Aging House Blend, a mix of premium white, oolong, green and rooibos teas with the highest amount of antioxidants and no caffeine. Another favorite is the Hot Flash Mama, a green tea and herbal blend which eases menopausal symptoms with intriguing ingredients like juniper berries, gingko, raspberry leaf, wild yam, passion flower and spearmint. A soothing Allergy Relief House Blend is offered with golden seal, elderberry, nettle leaf, ginger root, spearmint and rosehips.
Those wishing to have a spot of tea to celebrate the royal wedding of Britain’s prince William this month might select the Wedding Tea, an elegant blend of white tea with lemon vanilla and pink rose petals.
Tea Lattes and Vanilla peach Iced Tea are offered for those seeking an alternative to traditional hot tea.
Afternoon tea services (reservations only) include High Tea (with soup, finger sandwiches, fruit, pastries and homemade scones with lemon curd), Light Tea or princess Tea (for ages 10 and under). picky princesses who dislike tea may choose hot cocoa instead.
Bourgeois enjoys sharing her extensive knowledge with anyone who wishes to learn more about how teas are grown, processed and classified, as well as perfect steeping methods. She offers a Tea Basics Workshop several times each year.
Roswell Teahouse guests need not be tea experts, however, to appreciate a healthy meal and a soothing cup of…..Magic Moon? Toothless Tiger Chai? The choice is yours!
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BY CANDY WAYLOCK
Nancy Cann credits her husband for launching her successful career as a jewelry designer and artist.
“We were searching for something that we could do and share together,” said Cann, a 1981 graduate of Milton High School. “I don't really care for sports, and he doesn't really care much for gardening.”
The compromise came in the form of a “how to” book from the library that featured enameled jewelry.
After much searching, Cann found a class at the Spruill Oaks Library in Roswell, which taught fused glass jewelry – the closest thing to enameling that Cann could find locally. While her husband lost interest after a few weeks, Cann was hooked by the process that involved using tiny glass pieces to create designs that were then fused in a kiln.
She was already learning how to silversmith, so
she created jewelry pieces using what she calls her “blobs of glass” created from her glass fusing class.
“I took my blobs of glass [now jewelry] to my silversmithing class, and my instructor loved them
and encouraged me to try selling them at small shows,” said Cann, who resides in Woodstock.
She was new to the art of the sale, so Cann sat on the pavement during her first show, without
a tent or umbrella, and sold her blobs of glass under a glaring sun. But she made money, was encouraged
by the feedback and had taken the first step toward a career in the arts.
In the subsequent 10 years, Cann has gone from the small show with her handful of pieces to nationwide distribution of her
jewelry in well over 30 boutiques. Along the way, she also took over her husband’s
workshop; going from one small corner of the basement to the entire space.
She named her company Cellar Art, using a logo of a window with a lantern hanging from it. The name references where she does her work, as well as the time she could generally be found in her studio.
“When my kids were small, I would wait until
they went to bed before heading downstairs and working,” said Cann, whose daughter is now a freshman at Georgia Tech and whose son is a junior at Sequoyah High School.
While she found initial success in her jewelry, developing
Hobby with husband puts acclaimed artist on career pathwomeninarts
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they went to bed before heading downstairs and
COURTESY OF NANCY CANN
Above: Woodstock resident and artist Nancy Cann.
Left: Some of Cann's jewelry pieces.
Nancy Cann credits her husband for launching her successful career as a
“We were searching for something that we could do and share together,” said Cann,
she created jewelry pieces using what she calls her “blobs of glass” created from her glass fusing class.
“I took my blobs of glass [now jewelry] to my silversmithing class, and my instructor loved them
and encouraged me to try selling them at small shows,” said Cann, who resides in Woodstock.
sat on the pavement during her first show, without a tent or umbrella, and sold her blobs of glass under a glaring sun. But she made money, was encouraged
we could do and share together,” said Cann, a 1981 graduate of Milton High School. “I don't really care for sports, and he doesn't really care
The compromise came in the form of a “how to” book from the library that featured
by the feedback and had taken the first step toward a career in the arts.
In the subsequent 10 years, Cann has gone from the small show with her handful of pieces to nationwide distribution of her
jewelry in well over 30 boutiques. Along the way, she also took over her husband’s
we could do and share together,” said Cann, by the feedback and had taken the first step
Jewelry, glass paintings are specialty of Milton High grad
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BY KATIE VANBRACKLE
SheReads is going green this month! Pour a cup of green tea and head to your backyard, where you can sink into a comfy lawn chair, bury your toes in the cool grass and listen to the birds sing while you explore the following books:
Animal, Vegetable, Miracle: A Year of Food LifeBy Barbara Kingsolver
Popular author Barbara Kingsolver details the year she and her family became “locavores” (those who eat food produced locally) in an effort to move away from processed, factory-farmed foods transported long distances using nonrenewable fuels. This involved moving from the Arizona desert to a small cabin in southern Appalachia to face the joys and perils of raising their own poultry, growing their own fruits and veggies, baking their own bread and buying the rest of their food from farmer’s markets or other local sources. Kingsolver’s descriptive writing and sense of humor keep the reader entertained as she makes her case for the economic, social and health benefits of eating locally. Daughter Camille shares recipes, including a delicious chocolate chip cookie made with zucchini (your kids will never know!).
My Family and Other Animals By Gerald Durrell
Treat yourself to this delightfully funny book written in the 1950s by British naturalist and conservationist Gerald Durrell. When the unconventional Durrell family can no longer endure the damp, gray English climate, they do what any sensible family would do: sell their house and relocate to the sunny Greek isle of Corfu. My Family and Other Animals was intended to embrace the natural history of the island, but ended up as a hilarious account of Durrell's family's experiences, from the many eccentric hangers-on to the ceaseless procession of toads, scorpions, geckoes, ladybugs, glowworms, octopuses, bats and butterflies into their home.
Low Country By Anne Rivers Siddons
When wealthy Caroline Venable needs to escape her country club routine to grieve the death of her daughter, she heads to the South Carolina island left to her by her grandfather. Peacock Island is a beautiful, timeless place of untouched woods, where wild ponies roam and a rare Gullah community remains intact. When she learns that her husband must either develop the island or lose the company he has spent his whole life building, she must stand up for
the land she loves, drawing on an inner strength to reconsider her role in society, her marriage and, ultimately, herself.
A Walk in the Woods:Rediscovering America on the Appalachian TrailBy Bill Bryson
Author Bill Bryson decides to “get fit after years of waddlesome sloth” by attempting to walk all 2,100 miles of the Appalachian Trail from Georgia to Maine. Joined by his cranky, gloriously out-of-shape buddy Stephen Katz, Bryson witnesses the astonishing landscape of silent forests and sparkling lakes, as well as the majestic silliness of his fellow human
beings along the way. Garrison Keillor and Dave Barry fans will enjoy Bryson’s dry humor as he shares his experience of America’s beautiful, but fragile, wilderness trail.
Get down to earth with these four books
shereads
Author Bill Bryson decides to “get fit after years of waddlesome sloth” by attempting to walk all 2,100 miles of the Appalachian Trail from Georgia to Maine. Joined by his cranky, gloriously out-of-shape buddy Stephen Katz, Bryson witnesses the astonishing landscape of silent forests and sparkling lakes, as well as the majestic silliness of his fellow human
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womeninarts7th annual Alpharetta Arts StreetFest
Alpharetta is preparing for an influx of artists from throughout the U.S. for the seventh annual Alpharetta Arts Streetfest, displaying paintings, mixed media, photography, pottery, jewelry, as well as a wide variety of textile artwork. This popular festival will be held April 16-17 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Milton Avenue in downtown Alpharetta.
The 87 artists featured in the StreetFest were selected by a jury comprised of local art professionals. Artists juried into the show will be traveling to Alpharetta from New Jersey, Ohio, Texas, Florida, North and South Carolina, as well as from throughout Georgia.
While adults stroll through the galleries, children can play in the “Art in Action Area" and make their own artistic creations with clay tiles and colorful glazes.
The children’s area also features “Going Green” crafts and activities, balloon art, ceramic art, face painting and wacky hair designs.
The arts festival will include live music, cultural dancing, and a wide array of food vendors from around the area. The events will take place on Milton Avenue between Main Street (Ga. 9) and Roswell-Canton Street in the Historic Downtown area. parking is available at City Hall, Milton Center (the old Milton High School) and city of Alpharetta downtown parking lots. Admission and parking are free.
For more event information, visit www.alpharetta.ga.us.
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a devoted client list that keeps her busy, Cann’s true love is painting. She finds the jewelry field crowded with competitors, but has found a true niche in fused glass painting.
“I was searching for a way to bring the two [fused glass and painting] together, and I found a way to paint with glass, which is really cool,” said Cann.
She uses a powdered glass, mixed with liquids and uses that as a “paint” which she then applies to a glass canvas. The painting is then fired in a kiln to create the finished product.
“I call my glass art pieces ‘Glass Batiks,’ because the crackling effect results in a piece that looks very much like a batik piece of artwork,” said Cann. “Each piece is truly unique. The crackles are different every time,
the textured matte feel of the glass is wonderful. It makes you just want to reach out and touch the piece.”
Her glass paintings are now sold in galleries across the country, and have brought her industry recognition as well. Cann was a 2011 finalist for the Niche Award.
“Even though I didn’t win,” said Cann, who previously worked as a photographer and graphic artist, “I was in the final five out of more than 800 nominations, so I was very happy.”
She looks forward to being a part of the Alpharetta Arts StreetFest this
month, noting she has been a part of the event since its founding seven years ago.
“It really ends up being one of my best shows of the season,” said Cann.
Artist: Fusing glass and paintingContinued from Page 10
“I call my glass art pieces ‘Glass Batiks,’ because the crackling effect results in a piece that looks very much like a batik piece of artwork,” said Cann. “Each piece is truly unique. The crackles are different every time,
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CEO, North Fulton Hospital
Economic scholars are telling us the recession is now over. Maybe it is, according to their charts and graphs. But in terms of real life, at least in Roswell and surrounding communities, it is still taking its toll on families -- some whom we know and some whom we don’t.
That’s why Roswell’s Day of Hope is back again this year. What a wonderful project that the city’s government, civic and community leaders have put together to give hope and much more to those who need it most during this post-recession era.
The Day of Hope is set for Saturday, April 16, from 1-5 p.m. at Roswell City Hall. Everyone is invited – moms, dads, kids, unemployed, underemployed, uninsured and underinsured – but mainly those who need an injection of hope, a shot to steel them for the days ahead.
The Day of Hope features a wide array of tents and stations offering a number of needed services. There will be a tent
with free groceries. One station will offer haircuts. Another will provide assistance with resume writing. Still another tent will give free advice on interviewing. If that is not enough, there will be a “Kid’s Zone,” a special place for children complete with inflatables and carnival games. Entertainment and food will be provided.
I am proud to say there will be a number of healthcare professionals, physicians and nurses, from North Fulton Hospital at the Roswell Day of Hope. Screenings and healthcare tips will be there for the asking. There will be directions on how to get help for health issues that attendees may know about or those they might learn about.
For more information on the Roswell Day of Hope, please visit www.hoperoswell.org.
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BY KATIE VANBRACKLE
She’s a bag lady and proud of it. Roswell resident AnnMarie Laramee spends hours each week filling brown paper bags with delicious, organic fruits and vegetables grown locally in Georgia. She acts as a personal shopper for folks on the Northside who want to support local farms and eat a variety of organic produce.
Laramee’s Local Food Stop CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) program bridges the gap between Georgia’s small family farms and your dinner table by offering healthy, affordable, fresh-off-the-farm organic food to people living in Alpharetta, Roswell, Milton and Johns Creek.
people who participate in the program order and pay online at www.localfoodstop.com, then pick up a bag of farm-fresh foods once a week at convenient neighborhood host sites. CSA members can order week-to-week without making frequency commitments or advance deposits.
Laramee purchases her produce from small Georgia farms during the local growing season (May through October), and supplements with organic farms from other states to maintain a good variety of produce in the winter months. All items are USDA-certified organic or pesticide-free. Delivery trucks bring the fresh-picked produce directly from the farms to Laramee, who sorts the items and prepares the bags for same-day pickup.
“You would have to travel to three or more stores and a farmer’s market to find the selection of organic produce we offer in our weekly CSA bags,” said Laramee. “And on average, you would pay up to 20-25 percent more elsewhere.”
“Look how beautiful this is!” she exclaimed, holding up a bright green
bundle of fragrant, fresh basil. “Our produce never sits on a grocery store shelf. It is sometimes in the customer’s hands within a couple of hours of being picked.”
A recent weekly menu featured red naval oranges, Gala apples, lemons, kiwi, fresh basil and fennel, red
potatoes, snap beans, snow peas, kale, broccoli,
romaine lettuce, bok choy, red onions,
rainbow carrots and watermelon r a d i s h e s . C u s t o m e r s could choose six
items for a mini bag ($19.99) or up
to twelve items for a large bag ($39.99).
Laramee grew up in New England, where the national CSA movement really took hold about 20 years ago. After moving to Roswell, she began writing for a magazine called Edible Atlanta and made many connections with Georgia’s
organic farmers. Local Food Stop began with Laramee driving around to local organic farms and bringing the produce to the porch of a Roswell antiques store to sell. Three short years later, she has 1,300 customer names in a database, and her CSA continues to grow.
“I’m seeing more and more people who are tired of paying high prices in grocery stores for produce that simply doesn’t taste good,” she said. “They are happy to discover that they can obtain fresh, delicious organic produce in their area for a very reasonable price.”
Laramee is constantly looking for new products to offer her CSA members. Local honey, homemade salad dressings and fair trade coffee are currently offered. Fresh eggs, bread and dairy products will soon follow.
Laramee depends on three loyal volunteers to keep the CSA running smoothly. Christine Hughes, Deborah patrick and Heike Sellers, all Alpharetta residents, help out each week in
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Farm-fresh food is ‘in the bag’AnnMarie Laramee’s Local Food Stop brings the bounty of Georgia’s organic farms to your table
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Stop brings the bounty of Georgia’s DEVON MORGAN/pHOTOSYNTHESIS STUDIO
AnnMarie Laramee helps Northside residents find affordable, locally grown organic pro-
duce.
DEVON MORGAN/pHOTOSYNTHESIS STUDIOChristine Hughes, AnnMarie Laramee, Heike Sellers and Deborah Patrick coordinate the weekly CSA bag distribution.
peas, kale, broccoli, fresh-picked produce “Our produce never sits on a
grocery store shelf. It is sometimes
in the customer’s hands within a
couple of hours of being picked.”
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ANDREA MIRSALIMIThe Local Food Stop “bag ladies” hard at work.
exchange for a free bag of veggies. The four women have become good friends through the years.
The Local Food Stop pick-up sites are a hub for community interaction, as people linger to chat with the “bag ladies” and share recipes. Laramee encourages the CSA members to eat with the seasons and experiment with more uncommon foods. Easy coordinating recipes for each produce item are included on the Local Food Stop website.
“My husband and I were hooked from the very first order,” said longtime customer Allison Comer. “I never imagined the pleasure I would get each week from preparing salads using a wide variety of vegetables in such vibrant colors.”
Customer Laurelanne Davis said the CSA produce takes her back in time.
“The quality and taste of this food is not something you can buy in a store,” said Davis. “It reminds me of summers in my dad’s garden, where I would pick beans or berries and eat them right in the yard.”
Lola Nichols said she likes to support the CSA and the local farmers.
“I would like to see a lot more of my neighbors give the CSA a try," Nichols said. "I know I want those local farmers and their families around when my kids set up their own homes.”
Full details on the Local Food Stop CSA program can be found at www.localfoodstop.com. AnnMarie Laramee will also have a booth at the city of Milton’s Earth Day Festival on Saturday, April 16, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Birmingham park.
Here's a fun way to use a variety of Georgia-grown produce as well as local honey! Another great recipe can be found on page 38.
From “The Best of Georgia Farms Cookbook and Tour Book," Georgia Department of Agriculture
This versatile salsa is good with chips, chicken, pork or fish
2 cups peeled and chopped peaches¾ cup chopped red or green sweet pepper¼ cup chopped, seeded cucumber¼ cup sliced green onion1 to 2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped2 tablespoons honey2 tablespoons lime juice1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
In medium mixing bowl, combine all ingredients. Cover; chill for up to 4 hours, stirring once or twice. Yields about 2 ½ cups or 10 servings.
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Savannah and Tybee Island Voted among the nation’s top arts cities (as well
as the most mannerly, thank you, ma’am), Savannah is less than a five-hour drive from Atlanta. Once you’ve arrived, however, you’ll find yourself light years away from the bustle of the big city. In Savannah, architecture from centuries ago is folded within trendy downtown boutiques, quaint eateries and numerous art galleries. Its eclectic offerings are perfect for singles, couples or the whole family.
There are nearly 30 tour companies operating within Savannah, ranging from “Midnight Zombie” to garden to art tours. Enjoy the view from the comfort of a trolley or carriage, or put on your walking shoes for a street-
level view. Check out Explore Savannah tours (www.exploresavannah.com) which receives consistently high marks for service.
Feeling the need for a beach fix? Tybee Island, with its historic lighthouse, is only a few miles away. Book an Ecology Trip with marine biologist Dr. Joe Richardson and discover the variety of habitats and animals on Georgia’s barrier islands. Trip time is two hours. ceasurf.com/beachtrips.aspx.
For more information about the Savannah area, visit www.VisitSavannah.com.
Georgia abounds with vacation destinationsSummer Getaways!
BY CANDY WAYLOCK
With gas prices hovering near all-time highs, the “staycation” is looking more appealing to many families looking closer to home for their summer getaways.
Luckily for Georgians, the state offers abundant options for those looking for ocean breezes, mountain vistas or just something in between to keep the kids (and parents) happy.
Here are a few destination ideas, all within a half-day drive of Atlanta, which offer up the best that Georgia has to offer.
Savannah and Tybee Island
as the most mannerly, thank you, ma’am), Savannah is less than a five-hour drive from Atlanta. Once you’ve arrived, however, you’ll find yourself light years away from the bustle of the big city. In Savannah, architecture from centuries ago is folded within trendy downtown
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The Golden IslesAbout an hour south of Savannah, you’ll find the jewels of the
Georgia Coast - St. Simons Island, Jekyll Island, Little St. Simons Island, Sea Island and Cumberland Island. Depending on your required level of pampering, you’ll find a range of amenities ranging from The Cloister at Sea Island, a world-class resort renowned for its luxury and gracious service, to primitive campsites available on Jekyll Island.
Within the islands are more than 180 holes of championship golf, 17 art galleries on St. Simons Island alone and dozens of restaurants, many of which capitalize on the abundance of fresh seafood caught daily in the local waters.
The proximity of the islands makes it easy to explore each within a day. However, you will need to make advance arrangements to visit Little St. Simons Island, unless you are a guest at the Lodge. privately owned, only 20 acres of this 10,000-acre island are developed, and access is only by the island ferry.
While not a part of the Golden Isles, Cumberland Island is Georgia’s largest and southernmost barrier island, located 10 miles south of St. Simons. Famed for its wild horses that roam the islands, Cumberland is not easily accessible. You’ll need to catch the ferry at St. Mary’s to get to the island, and prepare to do a lot of walking once you arrive. No motorized vehicles are permitted on Cumberland Island.
If you plan on staying overnight, the island accommodates only 60 campers per night, for a maximum of one week, so advance planning is necessary. Otherwise, you can book a room in the luxurious 12-room Greyfield Inn, built by Thomas Carnegie in 1900, with room rates beginning at $495 per night.
For more information on the Golden Isles, visit www.comecoastawhile.com.
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North Georgia Mountains
Tucked away in the northeast corner of Georgia is a cluster of counties that rival the best of the Rockies and serve as the gateway to the Appalachian Mountains. Here, you’ll find opportunities for rafting, fishing, hiking and exploring the state’s natural resources. But the area is not just for the outdoorsman. You’ll also find an abundance of bed and breakfast inns, the renowned Habersham Winery and the village of Helen, a replica of a Bavarian village that draws thousands of visitors each year.
Numerous state parks are located in North Georgia, including Tallulah Gorge State park. Come by on June 14 for the Full Moon Suspension Bridge Hike. Take a guided hike by moonlight to the suspension bridge that sways 80 feet above the rocky bottom, providing spectacular views of the river and
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waterfalls. (www.gastateparks.org/TallulahGorge) Spend the day exploring Amicolola Falls, then spend the night at the
Amicolola Lodge, a comfortable lodge located within walking distance of the falls. Extremely family-friendly, the lodge has a restaurant, gift shop and rooms that can accommodate large families ($100-$120 per night). Want a more rustic experience, or need to bring the family dog along? There are also several cottage/cabins for rent nearby starting at $95 per night. (www.amicololares.com).
For more information on the North Georgia mountains, visit www.georgiamountains.org.
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Above: The lobby of the Amicalola
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Right: Tallulah Gorge.
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BY CYNTHIA GRISOLIA
In honor of Earth Month, here are a few ways to “green up” your beauty routine and leave a positive and lasting effect on the environment.
• Buy products from companiesthat adhere to earth-friendly manufacturing standards. Aveda uses 100 percent certified wind power to manufacture their hair care, skin care and makeup products. Most of their packaging contains at least 80 percent post-consumer recycled polyethylene. Also, during the month of April, Aveda offers their “Light the Way” soy-based lavender-scented candle, with all profits going to support clean water initiatives.
• Origins Cosmetics introducedtheir “Return to Origins program” two years ago, which encouraged customers to bring all previously unrecyclable cosmetics containers, jars and caps (regardless of brand) to any Origins retail store or department store counter. MAC also rewards their customers with a free lipstick for every six empty cosmetic containers they bring back.
• Another way to reducewasteincludes squeezing every last drop of product from tubes of lotions, creams and paste with Dr. Hauschka’s tube wringer ($16), which crimps tubes as you use.
•Oliveoil isn’t justforsaladsandcooking anymore! A wonderful body
scrub can be made with a mixture of 1 cup sea salt, a few drops of your favorite scented essential oil, and ¼ cup of very light olive oil. Massage in a circular motion (toward the heart for the most invigorating scrub) and rinse off. Exfoliate your face with one tablespoon of cornmeal, one tablespoon of light olive oil and one drop of lavender essential oil. Massage in circular motion (avoiding eye area) and rinse off with warm washcloth.
• Make a hot oil, deep-conditioning hair treatment by gently heating ¼ cup olive oil and a few drops of your favorite essential oil and applying to dampened hair (applying from ends to roots). Wrap hair in reusable shower cap or plastic wrap for 10 minutes, then shampoo and condition with your favorite product.
•Oliveoilalsoremoveseventhemost stubborn eye and face makeup. Massage a quarter-sized drop gently over eyes and face with fingertips to dissolve makeup. Continue massaging into face, concentrating on your t-zone, to dislodge blackheads before holding very warm washcloth to face to wipe away residue.
Cynthia Grisolia has been a makeup artist for over 25 years, provides consulting and makeup application services through Visage Designs by Cynthia. Contact her at [email protected] or at 770-331-9957.
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My Grandmother was famous for saying, “You may only have a dime in your pocket, but you CAN still look like a million bucks. You just need to know where to shop, and what looks good on you!”
This saying was drilled into my head from a very young age and is probably the
reason I never pay retail prices (even if I have the money to do so!).
With the “green” movement being so popular, many of us are thinking of ways
to revive some not-so-new clothing into trendy and updated looks. After all, keeping in line with the economy is the
smart-girl’s way of looking great these days.
As we’ve witnessed with many fashion trends, clothes always
come back in style. If you had the insight to keep a few items stored away in an attic, or have an older relative’s closet
to raid, you’re in luck. However many thrift and consignment stores have all sorts of items
to chose from, if you know what you are
looking for.Ladies…the ‘50s, ‘60s and ‘70s looks are back
in style! The silhouettes of the ‘50s and ‘60s are making
a strong return with the accent on curves, and the ‘70s are calling us back to more free flowing fashions and bohemian vibe.
For a ‘50s look, try a hip-hugging sheath dress (sheer fabric is in!) falling below the knees for a sleek look. For a truly feminine look, try a full circle dress or skirt, paired with a fitted top.
To channel the ‘60s look, try a more tailored, high-waist, fitted pants or capris. Tie a silk scarf in spring colors around your neck or waist for the finishing touch. Even better, if you can find a great old men’s tie, use it as a belt for the ultimate vintage touch. For those of you who remember the Dick Van Dyke show, you’ll know exactly what I mean when I say “think Mary Tyler Moore!” Remember to keep your accessories simple for these looks.
To achieve the ‘70s look, go for the free-spirited, gypsy feel in maxi dresses, or a colorful flowing gauzy skirt. I’ll admit the ‘70s look may not be the most figure flattering, but it definitely earns points for comfort!
The crochet and macramé look is also trendy this season, offering a hand-crafted feel. Match these styles with a pair of vintage (or new) cowboy boots and you’ve definitely got a great bohemian look going on.
For accessories, make it bold and colorful. Layer on the big, colorful bangles, dangling earrings and you are set! Turquoise is always a great color addition for any outfit.
All of these looks are easy, economical and won’t take up much room in your suitcase as you travel this spring and summer. Most of the pieces can be twisted to keep shape, or loosely folded for easy packing. So keep it simple, travel in style and spend your money on a treasure for yourself at your destination instead of on airline baggage fees.
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Take the day off the gas pedalThe average American uses 2.8 gallons of gas a day
– that’s 8.7 BILLION gallons of gas every day, just in the United States. If every driver took just one day off from driving each week, opting to telecommute, take public transit or walk or bike to their destination, we could save more than 452 billion gallons of gas each year. Even a break from driving just one day a month would significantly lessen our reliance on oil. Incorporate a “day off for energy” into your lifestyle, whether it’s driving, running a major appliance or another “fueled” activity.
It’s easy to ‘Go Green’ Celebrate the 32nd anniversary of Earth Day on April 22 – the original hipster fest that went global (and corporate) years
ago when being green became cool. The event began at the height of the energy crisis, coupled with the emerging awareness of the need for clean air and water. Sound familiar nearly three decades later? Here are five very simple steps you can take to celebrate Earth Day every day.
Too much junk in your trunk?We’re talking the kind that sits in your
mailbox, not on your backside. Each year, nearly six million tons of junk mail – catalogs and direct mail advertisements – are dumped into U.S. landfills. Take action by opting out. Register your address with DMAChoice.org (for catalogs and direct mail) and OptOutpreScreen.com for pre-approved credit card offers. You may have to register by Social Security number or credit card number to verify that you are who you say you are, but it’s safe and secure.
Let there be (energy-efficient) lightThe complete transition to compact fluorescent light (CFL)
bulbs from incandescent light bulbs is underway. By 2014, the regular light bulb will no longer be sold. In its place are the swirly CFL bulbs, which require a fraction of the energy needed for an incandescent bulb. Replacing just one 60-watt incandescent
bulb with a CFL will save you $30 over the life of the bulb. CFLs do contain trace amounts of mercury, so disposal should be done
properly. However, CFL bulbs last around 8,000 hours of regular use -- more than 11 months of continuous use, so replacing it is infrequent. No
need to go cold turkey – just replace your regular incandescent with a CFL as it burns out. Hmmm, what would Thomas Edison think?
Ban the bottleNearly 60 million water bottles
end up in landfills across the globe each year, where they can languish for decades before finally decomposing.
Instead of adding to the problem, recycle your empties, or even better, fill up a reusable water bottle. Look for bottles that do not contain bisphenol A (BpA), a chemical that has been linked to health concerns.
The complete transition to compact fluorescent light (CFL) bulbs from incandescent light bulbs is underway. By 2014, the regular light bulb will no longer be sold. In its place are the swirly CFL bulbs, which require a fraction of the energy needed for an incandescent bulb. Replacing just one 60-watt incandescent
bulb with a CFL will save you $30 over the life of the bulb. CFLs do contain trace amounts of mercury, so disposal should be done
properly. However, CFL bulbs last around 8,000 hours of regular use -- more than 11 months of continuous use, so replacing it is infrequent. No
need to go cold turkey – just replace your regular incandescent with a CFL as it burns out. Hmmm, what would Thomas Edison think?
Don’t buy the bookThe funny thing about most books is
they’re only interesting until you’ve turned the last page. After that, they become clutter on a nightstand or tossed into a yard sale bin. Consider borrowing instead of buying, and visit the library for your reading materials. You’ll save money, not to mention the massive amount of ink and paper needed to print new books. If going to the library is not convenient, consider investing in an e-book device.
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Dermatology offers many options for the treatment of chronic skin diseases. With ongoing research, our options for treatments are constantly expanding. The goal is always to be on the lookout for the latest exciting therapy for both medical and aesthetic skin treatments. Finding a treatment that has the most efficacy with the least side effects is our primary goal in medical dermatology. Finding a treatment with the greatest longevity with the least side effects is extremely important for our cosmetic patients.
Here is what is in the pipelines:Novel treatments for psoriasis, •based on deeper knowledge of the inflammatory mediators of this skin disease. Treatments range from good to greatly efficacious.New agents for melanoma that •have shown promise in increasing longevity.Different outlook on skin care based •on a revised skin type classification
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Q: How long have you been beekeeping?
A: Eleven years, first as a hobby and now as a small business. I sell raw wildflower and sourwood honey and beeswax candles at the Alpharetta Farmer’s Market.
Q: What’s your favorite way to eat honey?
A: On my wife’s French toast made with raisin bread. My grandson likes to make peanut butter and honey sandwiches.
Q: Have you ever been stung?A: All the time, I’m used to it!
Honeybee venom actually contains anti-inflammatory substances that are used to treat patients with rheumatoid arthritis and multiple sclerosis.
Q: What’s all the buzz about “local honey?”
A: Over half of my customers buy local honey to help with seasonal
allergy symptoms. Wildflower honey produced in your local area contains the same pollen spores that cause allergies, so consuming the honey helps your immune system develop defenses.
Q: Do you have any other hobbies?
A: I like to restore antique trucks. You’ll see my blue 1950s Chevy at the Alpharetta Farmer’s Market. I also bring along an observation hive, so folks can watch the bees at work.
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1Atlanta Fair: Good Old Fashioned Family Fun Through April 3. Turner Field Gray
parking Lot, 688 Central Ave., Atlanta. Over 40 carnival rides and midway games including a view of downtown Atlanta from the Sky Wheel. www.atlantafair.com . 404-389-7564
2Purina Incredible Dog Challenge11:30 a.m. Centennial Olympic
park, Atlanta. Canine sporting events: dog diving, flying discs, weaving poles, Jack Russell hurdle racing and more. www.barknetwork.com
4Duran Duran in concert8 p.m. Center Stage, 1374 W. peachtree St., Atlanta. $59.00.
www.centerstage-atlanta.com
5Cooking class in Barrington Hall kitchen with Chef John WilsonAlso runs April 19. 6:30 p.m. - 9:30
p.m. Barrington Hall, 535 Barington Drive, Roswell 30075. Reservations required, space limited. $50 per person, per class. Call 770-640-3855.
7 Georgia Ensemble Theatre presents “Forbidden Broadway”Through April 24. Roswell
Cultural Arts Center. Don’t miss GET’s salute to the great American musical with this hilarious musical send-up.
2011 Georgia Senior Follies. 8 p.m. Through April 17. The Cumming playhouse, Cumming GA 30040. 678-455-0975. The birth of rock and roll… get out your dancing shoes and join us to swing and reminisce. www.playhousecumming.com
9 ▲ The Taste of Forsyth11 a.m. to 7 p.m. City of Cumming Fairgrounds,
Cumming GA 30040.770-781-3491. Music, kids zone, touch a truck, local entertainment
Southern Gardens workshop and book signing10 a.m. 12 p.m. Scottsdale Farms, 15639 Birmingham Hwy, Milton.Erica Glaesener “proven plants: Southern Gardens” workshop on great combinations for your garden and book signing. Free.
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12Free Live Taping of America’s Got TalentThrough April 14. 1 p.m.
and 6 p.m. Fox Theatre, Atlanta. With Howie Mandel, Sharon Osbourne, Nick Cannon and piers Morgan. Free. www.foxtheatre.org for tickets. Some shows sold out already.
Menopause The MusicalThrough April 17. Buckhead Theatre, 3110 Roswell Rd, Atlanta. See what millions of women worldwide have been laughing about for 10 years: celebrating 10 years of “The Change” Ticketmaster: 1-800-745-3000
15Value Vino! Wine Tasting6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Salud! Cooking Class, Whole
Foods Market (Harry’s), Alpharetta. You don’t have to spend a fortune to enjoy delicious wines. Join us for a tasting of our top picks under $12. Cost: $15. http://wholefoodsmarket.com
Atlanta Dogwood FestivalThrough April 17. 10 a.m. piedmont park. Live music and artisans from 48 states.
16▲ Downtown Alpharetta Farmers Market9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Continues
each Saturday, 8 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. through October. Big parking lot next to City Hall on Main Street (Hwy 9). Farmers with fresh fruits and vegetables, gardeners with fresh flowers and plants, and makers of all sorts of edible home goods. www.alpharettafarmersmarket.com
41st Annual Decorator’s Show House and GardensThrough May 8. Buckhead: Lotus House, 1945 West Wesley Road, Atlanta, 30327. $25, Supports Atlanta Symphony Orchestra. http://decoratorsshowhouse.org
7th Annual Alpharetta Arts Street FestThrough April 17. 10 a.m. -6 p.m., downtown Alpharetta on Milton Ave. Nearly 100 artists in outdoor galleries, live jazz, roots rock and Celtic music, and more. Free admission. Free parking at City Hall and Milton Center. www.alpharetta.ga.us
Tim McGraw, Emotional Traffic Tour with Luke Bryan & The Band perry. Aaron’s Amphitheatre at Lakewood, Atlanta. $25-$75 Live Nation (ticket sales), www.livenation.com
17 ▲ Children’s Easter Egg Hunt2 p.m. North park Adult
Softball Complex (fields 1-4). Children age 10 and under are invited to participate in the Alpharetta Recreation and parks Department's Children's Easter Egg Hunt. The hunt, co-sponsored by the Alpharetta Golden Age Club, will be held on Sunday, April 17th. Games and exhibitors will be on-site at 2 p.m. Our special guest, the Easter Bunny, will be on-site @ 2:30 p.m. and will be available for photos with children. The hunt for thousands of eggs and candy begins promptly at 3 p.m. Chlidren will be divided into age groups. Info: 678-297-6140 or [email protected].
19 Doris Kearns Goodwin Lecture7:30 – 8:30 p.m. Emory
University, Glenn Auditorium. Doris Kearns Goodwin is a nationally acclaimed presidential historian and political news analyst. Free. www.emory.edu
23 Party for the Planet at Zoo Atlanta10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Featuring
the Annual Gorilla Egg Hunts at 2 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. where the zoo’s western lowland gorillas search for hidden Jell-O treats.Meet Dora the Explorer and Diego, enjoy an earthworm dig, recycled arts and crafts and “green” exhibitors www.zooatlanta.org
27Herb gardening workshop and food demonstration11 a.m. Scottsdale Farms,
15639 Birmingham Hwy, Milton. Herb Gardening in the garden and in strawberry jars. Learn how to grow herbs in your garden or in strawberry jars. Followed by a food demonstration using herbs to prepare delicious dishes. Reservations required: $5
29The Royal Wedding at Piedmont Park6 a.m. – 1 p.m. piedmont
park, 400 park Dr., NE, Atlanta (The promenade). Celebrate the wedding of Britain’s prince William and Kate Middleton with live coverage of the nuptials and displays by Atlanta’s top wedding and event vendors. Free and open to all, 404-875-7275.
Relay for Life, Roswell High SchoolThrough April 30. 6 p.m. – 6 a.m. Teams walk around a track to raise funds for the American Cancer Society. Anyone can participate. $10/person. Contact [email protected].
304th Annual Water for the World Run7:30 -10:30 a.m.
Technology park, Johns Creek, State Farm Insurance building, 11350 Johns Creek pkwy . Family fun event features a 10K peachtree Qualifier, 5K race, 1-mile Bucket Walk/Run and a Tot Trot. The mission of this event is to increase efforts and support the install of water systems that provide clean and safe water to 80,000+ people in developing countries. www.waterfortheworldrun.com
Roswell Cycling FestivalThrough May 1. Featuring the Roswell Criterium for professional and amateur cyclists, recreational rides, mountain bike activities and a kids bicycle safety rodeo. www.roswellcyclingfestival.com
Race to the Derby Cooking Class7 p.m. publix at Alpharetta Commons,4305 State Bridge Road, Alph 30022 770-751-8560. Learn to prepare Kentucky Derby favorites like Roast Beef Tenderloin with Henry Bain Sauce, Creamy Shrimp and Grits and Derby pie with Kentucky Bourbon Sauce. $45.
One Night of Queen8 p.m. Cobb Energy performing Arts Centre. A stunning live concert recreating and celebrating the music of Queen. performed by Gary Mullen and “The Works” this show will rock you---guaranteed. www.cobbenergycentre.com
ApRIL 17 - 23
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herviewBatman and the BullyBY AMY M. DAWSON
Have you ever noticed when one thing goes wrong, the universe can deliver a one-two punch like a middle school bully? Where’s a superhero to deliver you from disaster when you really need it?
The punch always comes when my husband is away. Once, my then 3-year-old lodged a polly pocket shoe so far in her nasal cavity that an air-blasting scope was necessary to extricate the tiny plastic invader. Another time, a bird flew down my chimney and into my house. Yet another time, my dog ingested a roll of grosgrain ribbon. In all instances, my husband was out of town. This year’s wallop: my 9-year-old has mono. But I’m getting ahead of myself.
Thirty seconds after my husband leaves for a week-long trip to Belgium, I start sniffling. The next morning, I
have a sinus infection threatening to eject my eyeballs from their sockets, bronchitis suggesting an iron lung will be my next big purchase and malaria. Okay, I said malaria for dramatic effect, but you get the point. Then, both my children catch strep throat for the 47th time this year. Not good for a working mom whose occupation requires a modicum of time uninterrupted by requests for Motrin, popsicles and to mediate disagreements over who is tackiest on Toddlers and Tiaras.
Then my dishwasher floods, and Willie Nelson lectures me about drinking wine. Really, it was a repairman who looked like Willie explaining a broken wine glass was clogging my dishwasher. Super. Then my daughter announces she’s found a lump in her neck.
Kapow. Bam. Splat.Let me tell you, if you search
Web MD for “lump in neck” while on
sinus meds, rational thought disappears quicker than a $20 bill in Vegas. She has mono, which on the scary-stuff spectrum is pretty low. But it’s far from fun. I’m not looking for sympathy (or enticing you to Google the word lump – don’t). We’ve all been in this spot — where you think things could not possibly get worse. And then they do. Then they do again.
When this happens, I am reminded of the kindness of good friends – the ones who race to your house because they know something isn’t quite right. I’m reminded that moms are tough, and kids are resilient. I remember I’d rather my husband be home and forget to take out the trash than be away and all the chores be done. And I learn to appreciate those “nothing interesting happened” days. Boring is a blessing in disguise.
I’m reminded superheroes don’t
necessarily wear capes, but are o f t e n the unassuming neighbor, a kind pediatrician or a helpful teacher. And that the combination of prescription cough syrup and a Google search is always a bad idea. But most important, when you stand up to a bully, he backs down. Kersplat.
Amy M. Dawson is an Alpharetta-based writer way behind on her to-do list, but way ahead on reaching the cap on her medical spending account.She writes about balancing work and life at w w w . a m y m a c p r .blogspot.com.
sinus meds, rational thought disappears quicker than a $20 bill in Vegas. She has mono,
o f t e n the unassuming neighbor, a kind
Kapow!
From “The Best of Georgia Farms Cookbook and Tour Book," pictured right, published by the Georgia Department of Agriculture.
3 cups self-rising flour2 cups sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon¼ cup cocoa3 eggs, beaten2 cups grated zucchini1 cup vegetable oil1 cup chopped pecans1 teaspoon vanilla extractVegetable cooking spray
preheat oven to 325 degrees. In a medium bowl, mix together flour, sugar, cinnamon and cocoa. In a large bowl, combine eggs, zucchini, oil, pecans and vanilla. pour flour into batter and mix thoroughly. Spray 2 9x5-inch loaf pans with vegetable spray. Divide batter equally between the two pans. Bake for 1 hour or until firm. Cool in pan 10 minutes; remove
from pan. Allow to cool completely before slicing. Yields 2 loaves or 12 servings each.
Hint: to reduce the calories and fat in this recipe, use 2 whole eggs and 2 egg whites, reduce oil to ½ cup, add ½ cup applesauce and reduce pecans to ½ cup.
goodeats
Enter your zip code on these two websites to find farmers markets, vineyards, organic farms and more in your area:
www.localharvest.org• www.georgiaorganics.org/OrganicDirectory.aspx•
This website has a great list of pick-your-own farms in Georgia, broken down by county:
www.Pickyourown.org/GA.htm•
The Best of Georgia Farms Cookbook and Tour Book was published by the Georgia Department of Agriculture.
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